1963 Seat 1400 vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb, 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Seat 1400 | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 1400 | Superb |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
