1957 Ford 12 M vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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:
| 1957 Ford 12 M | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | 12 M | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
