2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 230 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
