2005 Opel Signum vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 985 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, 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 Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Signum | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
