2009 Audi A3 vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 455 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 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
