1969 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 43 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 951 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, 2012 Volvo XC70, 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 1430 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | 1430 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1436 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2815 mm |
