1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 956 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Seat | Infiniti |
Model | 1430 | FX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2885 mm |