2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 792 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Cee'd | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
