2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 44 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1265 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Crown Victoria | 600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |