2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 959 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Viper | 600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |