1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1974 Datsun 260Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 625 kg more than 1957 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 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Datsun | Seat |
| Model | 260Z | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2581 mm | 2010 mm |
