1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2001 Subaru HM-01 is newer by 27 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 25 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430.
Because 1974 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 1974 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru HM-01, 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, 1974 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 1430 | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 1430 | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
