1969 Seat 1430 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 628 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 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 1430 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 1430 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |