1975 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 37 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 848 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 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 1430 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1430 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2707 mm |
