1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |