1975 Seat 1430 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 26 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 705 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 1430 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | 1430 | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |