2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1580 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | CLK | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
