1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 816 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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 Seat Exeo (230 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 750 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2642 mm |