1971 Seat 1430 vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Seat 1430 | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |