2002 Renault Megane vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
