1985 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 825 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Electra | 600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
