1969 Seat 1430 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 1430 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Seat | TVR |
Model | 1430 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |