2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1319 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 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Canyon | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |