1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 166 | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |