1989 Audi 200 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 200 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
