2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 48 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 717 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac STS (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 2009 Cadillac STS 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. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | STS | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
