2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 575 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 Renault Vel Satis, 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 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Vel Satis | 1400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 1640 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |