1973 Seat 1430 vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 8 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | 1430 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |