1999 Seat Formula vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 260 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Formula | 260 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
