1971 Seat 1430 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 1430 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1430 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
