2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1403 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Patriot | 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 | 172 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
