1975 Seat 1430 vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1975 Seat 1430 and 1975 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 374 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 1430 | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Seat | Datsun |
Model | 1430 | 280Z |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2304 mm |