1997 Kia Retona vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 1295 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 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Retona | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
