1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Seat 1430 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | CJ3A | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
