2008 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Seat 600

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 605 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 1960 Seat 600
Make Honda Seat
Model Accord 600
Year Released 2008 1960
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2353 cc 598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2010 mm


 

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