1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
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, 1973 Seat 1430 (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Datsun 1000 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Datsun | Seat |
Model | 1000 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |