2009 Acura TL vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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 TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | TL | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
