2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C1 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
