1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 805 kg more than 1963 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | Jeep | Seat |
Model | Cherokee | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |