1980 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 7 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430.
Because 1973 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 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1973 Seat 1430 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 80 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |