2003 Holden Vectra vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 2003 Holden Vectra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra, 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, 2003 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Vectra | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
