2006 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 725 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 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
