2009 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1963 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
