1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1971 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 124 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |