1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 993 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | 1430 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |