2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Almera | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
