2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Croma | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
