1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 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 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 911 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.
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, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | 600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
