1960 Seat 1400 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 27 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 345 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Seat 1400 1987 Ford Aerostar
Make Seat Ford
Model 1400 Aerostar
Year Released 1960 1987
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1394 cc 2302 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 88 HP
Torque 88 Nm 160 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1065 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3030 mm


 

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