1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon, 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 1000 | Leon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 247 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 | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |