1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 310 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 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
