1974 AMC Matador vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | AMC | Seat |
Model | Matador | 600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |