1969 Seat 1430 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1430 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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 Seat 1430 (112 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1969 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 1430 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | 1430 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1436 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
