1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 45 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1960 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1960 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Seat | Infiniti |
| Model | 1400 | I |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
