2006 Opel Astra vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 750 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
