2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1686 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Tahoe | 600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |