1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 965 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.
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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | 600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |