2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
