1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |