2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 867 kg more than 1962 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 1962 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Sentra | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
