1995 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Niva | 1430 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |