1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
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, 1960 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | 1400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |