1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
Model | Mangusta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 88 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |