1998 GMC Safari vs. 1962 Seat 600

To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1380 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1998 GMC Safari 1962 Seat 600
Make GMC Seat
Model Safari 600
Year Released 1998 1962
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4293 cc 597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2010 mm


 

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