1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 60 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 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1430 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
