1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Taurus (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 825 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, 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, 1986 Ford Taurus (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Taurus | 600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
