2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Aveo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
