1996 Honda Today vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 135 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 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Today | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |