1969 Opel GT vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430.
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 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel GT | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | GT | 1430 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |