1996 Peugeot 806 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 806 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 806 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
