2009 Audi TT vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT, 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 TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | TT | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 597 cc |
| 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 | 895 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
