2001 Renault Clio vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 40 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 635 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, 2001 Renault Clio (105 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1961 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1961 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
