1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1969 Seat 1430 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1430 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Seat 1430 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 1969 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1969 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | DKW | Seat |
| Model | Coupe | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
