1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 708 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1600 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
