1975 Seat 1430 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 38 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), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 325 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Seat 1430 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 1430 | BRZ |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |