1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, 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 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1969 Seat 600 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Horizon | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |