2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400.
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 Mercury Monterey, 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1962 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1962 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Monterey | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
