2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
