1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1964 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, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Caprice | 600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
