1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 405 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 1996 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
