1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 612 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Viper | 1430 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |