1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1170 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Silhouette | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
