1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1965 Seat 600
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Seat 600.
Because 1965 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 1965 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1965 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Prelude | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
