1971 Seat 1430 vs. 1978 Skoda L

To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. 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 26 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 1430 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1971 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Seat 1430 1978 Skoda L
Make Seat Skoda
Model 1430 L
Year Released 1971 1978
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1438 cc 1046 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2410 mm


 

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