1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Alfasud | 1400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |