1999 Lexus IS vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 825 kg more than 1957 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 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus IS | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | IS | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
