1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 70 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
