1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 38 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 820 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 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | 1430 | RS5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |