1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, 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 Toledo (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 700 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
