1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1342 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1430 | Touran |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |