1975 Alpine A 442 vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, both 1975 Alpine A 442 and 1975 Seat 1430 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Alpine A 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 442 (484 HP @ 9900 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 442 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 1430 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 442.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 442 | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 442 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
