2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 913 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 Nissan Primera, 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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Primera | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
