2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 47 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 805 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 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Murano | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
