1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1115 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 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Range Rover | 1430 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |