1971 Seat 1430 vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 39 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430.
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, 2010 Dacia Logan, 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Seat 1430 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Seat | Dacia |
Model | 1430 | Logan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |