2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 230 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | CR-V | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
