1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 222 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
