1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 49 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 656 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1600 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2642 mm |
