1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1300 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2010 mm |
