1975 Seat 1430 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 65 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 Toyota Carina, 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 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 1430 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 1430 | Carina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |