1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 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, 2003 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2003 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2003 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 1400 | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1400 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |