1960 Seat 1400 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 25 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400. 1977 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1960 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1960 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 1400 | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Seat | Chrysler |
Model | 1400 | 1609 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |