1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
