1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 35 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 516 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 1430 | Altea |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |