2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 433 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, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
