1949 Mercury Roadster vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1969 Seat 1430 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Mercury Roadster (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Mercury Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercury Roadster weights approximately 620 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercury Roadster | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Roadster | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
