1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 85 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, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tempo | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
