1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1960 Seat 600

To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 27 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 235 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.

Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Festiva 1960 Seat 600
Make Ford Seat
Model Festiva 600
Year Released 1987 1960
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1324 cc 598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2010 mm