1997 Honda Legend vs. 1962 Seat 600

To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Honda Legend 1962 Seat 600
Make Honda Seat
Model Legend 600
Year Released 1997 1962
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3474 cc 597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2010 mm