1970 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 42 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 504 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, 2012 Honda Stream, 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, 2012 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 1430 | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | 1430 | Stream |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |