1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 26 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 570 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1970 Seat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Coupe | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |