2001 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Taurus weights approximately 930 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, 2001 Ford Taurus, 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, 2001 Ford Taurus (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Taurus | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Taurus | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |