1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfetta | 600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |