1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Accent | 1970 Seat 600 | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Accent | 600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |