1995 Rover 800 vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 594 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 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 800 | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 800 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |