1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo 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 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Aygo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |