2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Seat |
| Model | Discovery | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
