1973 Seat 1430 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 2 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 1430 | 124 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |