1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 269 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade, 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 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |
