1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1963 Seat 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 2400 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
