1986 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 13 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) has 8 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Seat 1430 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 316 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 316 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |