1975 Seat 1430 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 567 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 1430 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1430 | CC |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |