1958 Ferrari Dino vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1962 Seat 1400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari Dino (225 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1958 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari Dino | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Dino | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
