1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mustang | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
