1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1966 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa, 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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 700 | Arosa |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |