2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 405 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
