1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 532 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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda, 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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Seat | Daewoo |
| Model | 1430 | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
