2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fusion | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
