1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will offer significantly more control. 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 SP-4 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | SP-4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
