1988 Audi V8 vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 28 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 725 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 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | V8 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
