2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 Chevrolet Malibu (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Malibu | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
