1998 Renault Clio vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
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, 1998 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
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 | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |