1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 36 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Barchetta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |