2005 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1960 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1960 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | 1400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |