1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 300 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, 1991 Citroen C 15, 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, 1991 Citroen C 15 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
