1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Laputa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa, 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 Mazda Laputa (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Laputa | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
