2008 Nissan Versa vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Versa | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
