1983 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 35 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Honda Civic, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | 1430 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |