1975 Seat 1430 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 1430 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | 1430 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
