2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 904 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 1961 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Monterey | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
