1982 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1430 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
