1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Turismo 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 495 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 Plymouth Turismo, 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 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Plymouth Turismo | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Turismo | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |