1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 38 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1320 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Econoline | 1400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |