1960 Seat 1400 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 53 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 434 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, 2013 Mazda 6, 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400. 2013 Mazda 6 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. 2013 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
