1997 Opel Corsa vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa.
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, 1997 Opel Corsa, 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, 1961 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Corsa | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
