2005 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 961 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 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, 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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
