2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 539 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Carnival | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
