1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 955 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Cutlass | 600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |