2003 Audi A2 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2, 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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
