1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1958 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Longchamp | 600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
