2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Town & Country | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2010 mm |