1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |