1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 37 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 825 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza, 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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Leganza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Leganza | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
