2009 Acura RL vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | RL | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
