1962 Seat 1400 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser, 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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400. 1991 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1962 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1962 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 1400 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Laser |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |