1973 Seat 1430 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Seat 1430 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | 1430 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |