2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Jazz | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |