1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1969 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | RX-7 | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |