2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 1961 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Croma | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |