2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 955 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dakota | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
