1994 Proton Persona vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1994 Proton Persona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Proton Persona weights approximately 385 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Persona, 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 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Persona | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Persona | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
