1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-250 | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2010 mm |