2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Seat 600

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 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 1957 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1957 Seat 600
Make Cadillac Seat
Model Seville 600
Year Released 2000 1957
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 40 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2010 mm


 

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