1972 AMC Matador vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 1 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 637 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
Make | AMC | Seat |
Model | Matador | 1430 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |