1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Arosa (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa, 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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
