1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 345 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | 600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |