1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 659 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | 600 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |