2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 43 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 378 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 1962 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus, 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Stratus | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
