1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 18 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 405 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | GT | 600 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2010 mm |