2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 49 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 785 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 1959 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 147 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
