2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 784 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Nitro | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |