1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 37 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 807 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 1430 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1436 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2779 mm |
