2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 46 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1278 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1961 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1961 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Durango | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
