2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
