1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 1430 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1970 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 1970 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
