1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 1430 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2624 mm |