2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Eclipse | 600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |