2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,032 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 795 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | B | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2032 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
