1973 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, both 1973 Citroen DS and 1973 Seat 1430 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | DS | 1430 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |