2003 Saturn L vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L, 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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | L | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
