1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa, 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 750 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |
