2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1959 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Sprinter | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2010 mm |