1999 Honda Z vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 385 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Z | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
