2009 Seat Altea vs. 1963 Seat 600

To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 619 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Seat Altea 1963 Seat 600
Make Seat Seat
Model Altea 600
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1968 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 47 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2010 mm


 

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