1987 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 550 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.
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 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mitsubishi Starion | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Starion | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 575 kg |