2001 Renault Laguna vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 760 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
