1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1105 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3120 mm |