1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 20 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1235 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Newport | 600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2010 mm |