1983 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430.
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, 1974 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac 1000 | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | 1000 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |