2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 899 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| 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 | 118 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
