1971 Seat 1430 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 40 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 675 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 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 1430 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 1430 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
