2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 45 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1779 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 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Commander | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
