1972 Seat 1430 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 1430 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |