1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 138 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Esprit | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Esprit | 1430 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |