1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 167 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 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1430 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
