1983 Peugeot 505 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 505 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 505 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 505 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 505 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
