1971 Seat 1430 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 803 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Seat 1430 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 1430 | S60 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |