1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 52 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 805 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 1960 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2642 mm |
