1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1400 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1963 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Punto | 1400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |