1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 1430 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | 1430 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |