1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 36 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1962 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Saxo | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |