1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1959 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 600 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |