2005 Opel Agila vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 364 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 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Agila | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
