1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 27 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 820 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 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1430 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
