1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 17 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 265 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 504 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |