1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1965 Seat 1500
To start off, 1965 Seat 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Seat 1500 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1965 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 850 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
