1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 908 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 700 | Altea |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |