2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 43 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, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 454 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 206 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
