1984 Ford Granada vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | 1400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |