1963 Holden EJ vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 1 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 69 kg more than 1962 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | EJ | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
