1998 Nissan Serena vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 410 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.
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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Serena | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Serena | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
