1960 Seat 1400 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 37 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 1400 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1400 | 146 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |