1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 520 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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
