1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Rasheen | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
