1975 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 1975 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 100 | 1966 Seat 600 | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 100 | 600 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |