2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 453 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | 1400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |