1965 Maserati 151 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1965 Maserati 151 is newer by 3 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 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati 151 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Maserati 151.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati 151 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 151 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5046 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
