1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Breeze | 1400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |