1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 33 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 35 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | RX-01 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |