2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 944 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
