1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 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 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1436 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
