1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 22 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Plymouth Turismo | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Turismo | 1400 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |