1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430.
Because 1973 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 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1973 Seat 1430 (128 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Concerto | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
