1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 380 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |