1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 27 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 33 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 977 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |