1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 759 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 750 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
