1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 37 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 1135 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
