1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 22 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | 3000GT | 1430 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |