1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Meriva | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |