2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 45 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1165 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.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 159 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
