1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1400 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
