1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 36 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 888 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 1430 | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | 1430 | DTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2936 mm |
