1969 Seat 1430 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 39 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 1430 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1430 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1436 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
