1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1984 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 494 kg more than 1961 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 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Laurel | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Laurel | 600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
