1967 Seat 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 723 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Seat 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1404 mm |