1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 801 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 595 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 1965 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 595 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
