2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |