2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sportage | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
