1988 Honda Legend vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 235 kg more than 1962 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1962 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1962 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Legend | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
