2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Five Hundred | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |