1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
