2000 Opel Signum vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 904 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum, 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 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| 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 | 120 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
