2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1252 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Seville | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |