1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 425 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1970 GAZ 24 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | GAZ | Seat |
Model | 24 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |