1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 198 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
