1974 Seat 1430 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 11 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Model F |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |