1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 907 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |