1970 Seat 1430 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 34 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 650 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 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 1430 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 1430 | Baja |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |