1961 Seat 1400 vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo is newer by 27 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1988 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Seat 1400 | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
Make | Seat | Zastava |
Model | 1400 | Yugo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |