1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1960 Seat 1400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 385 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
