1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 300 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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | 1430 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
