1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 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 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 205 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
