1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1972 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1969 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 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Continental | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2430 mm |
