1975 Seat 1430 vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 34 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430.
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, 2009 Opel Agila, 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, 2009 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 1430 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | 1430 | Agila |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |