1963 Peugeot 404 vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 1972 Seat 1430 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Peugeot 404 | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 404 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 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 | 1065 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |