2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1960 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Viper | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Viper | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |