2000 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 27 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 980 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Safari | 1430 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |