1972 Seat 1430 vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, 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, 1993 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 1430 | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 1430 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
