1962 Seat 1400 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 44 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Seat 1400 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1400 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
