1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Celebrity, 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 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 1960 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1960 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Celebrity | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
