1968 Opel GT vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | GT | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2642 mm |
