2002 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 660 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 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
