1995 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Seat 600

To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 790 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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Accord 1962 Seat 600
Make Honda Seat
Model Accord 600
Year Released 1995 1962
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1995 cc 597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm