1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
