1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1970 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 405 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Challenger | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
