1988 Renault 19 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1236 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
