2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2129 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Discovery | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |