1974 Seat 1430 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 1430 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Publica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |