1998 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 789 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |