1961 Seat 1400 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Seat 1400 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1400 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |