1970 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 1970 Volkswagen K 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | K 70 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2642 mm |
