1971 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 41 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 157 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 1430 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1430 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
