2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 649 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
