2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2145 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 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1962 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1962 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Excursion | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| 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 | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
