1971 Moretti 127 vs. 1971 Seat 1430

To start off, both 1971 Moretti 127 and 1971 Seat 1430 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1971 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 1430 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 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 1971 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Moretti 127, 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, 1971 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Moretti 127 1971 Seat 1430
Make Moretti Seat
Model 127 1430
Year Released 1971 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 1438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2430 mm


 

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