2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | RS6 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
