1961 Seat 1400 vs. 1999 Suzuki C2
To start off, 1999 Suzuki C2 is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1999 Suzuki C2.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki C2 (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Seat 1400 | 1999 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 852 kg |
