1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 319 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Alfasud | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
