2005 Audi A2 vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2, 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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
