2004 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 913 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep, 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 05-Sep | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 05-Sep | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
