1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Seat 1430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 1430 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Familia | 1430 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |