1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 48 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, 2008 Skoda Praktik (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Praktik should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 125 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, 2008 Skoda Praktik, 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, 2008 Skoda Praktik (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Praktik will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 1400 | Praktik |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
