1994 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 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.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A6 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |