1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero is newer by 38 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Sandero weights approximately 136 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, 2011 Renault Sandero, 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, 2011 Renault Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | 1430 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
