2002 Honda Life vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1969 Seat 600 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Life | 600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |