1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 33 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
