1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
