1970 Seat 1430 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 1430 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 1430 | 850 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |