1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Breeze | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |