1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-150 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
