1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 448 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400. 2010 Honda Accord 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. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Seat 1400 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |