1973 Seat 1430 vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 1982 Seat 127 is newer by 9 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, 1982 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Seat 127.
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, 1982 Seat 127, 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 Seat 1430 (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1430 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
