2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 360 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Grande Punto | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |