1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 700 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
