2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1733 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Durango | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
