2006 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 45 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | Aero 8 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
