1982 Ford Granada vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 235 kg more than 1960 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, 1982 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | 1400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |