1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
