1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 935 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Lumina | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 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 | 1510 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
