1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 1430 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Super 5 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |