2006 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 937 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, 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, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
