1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Prelude | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
