1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, 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 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Telstar | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Telstar | 1400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |