1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 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 Peugeot 504 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 504 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 504 | 600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |