1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 26 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 605 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 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | RS 200 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
