1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 799 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 750 | Leon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 229 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 | 535 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |