1969 Seat 1500 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1500 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 1500 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1500 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
