1967 Audi Variant vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1969 Seat 1430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1967 Audi Variant (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | Variant | 1430 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |