1961 Seat 1400 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 205 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 1984 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1961 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1961 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Seat 1400 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
