1998 Kia Retona vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Retona | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
