1998 Rover 400 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430.
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 Rover 400, 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 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 400 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
