1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fairlane | 1430 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |