1989 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 22 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 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 820 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, 1989 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Legend | 600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |