1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1970 Seat 1430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dart | 1430 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1355 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |