1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 5 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 900 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.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Newport | 1400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |