2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 703 kg more than 1969 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 1969 Seat 600 | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | Boxster | 600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2010 mm |