1970 Audi Variant vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 7 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 5 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, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | Variant | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
