1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1789 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
