1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 377 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 Hyundai Tucson, 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 Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1400 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
