1987 Opel Corsa vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1987 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Corsa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Corsa | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
