2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | L 200 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2010 mm |
