1970 Seat 1430 vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 625 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 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 1430 | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 1430 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
