1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Magna | 1400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |