1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 355 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 1962 Abarth 2400 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 1962 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 2400 | Altea |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |