1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
