2002 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 480 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | 1430 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |