1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 105 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 1973 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 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
