1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 420 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Breeze | 1430 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |