2006 Mini One vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2006 Mini One 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 110 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, 2006 Mini One, 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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | One | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
