2003 Rover 45 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Rover 45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 45 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45, 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 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 45 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 45 | 600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |