2009 Lexus IS vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1084 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.
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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | IS | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
