1960 Seat 1400 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 19 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Seat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Volvo 66. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
