2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
