2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 264 kg more than 1960 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Solstice | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |