2008 Audi A3 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
