1960 Seat 1400 vs. 1991 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Alto is newer by 31 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 11 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 1991 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2180 mm |
