2002 Honda NSX vs. 1970 Seat 1430

To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda NSX 1970 Seat 1430
Make Honda Seat
Model NSX 1430
Year Released 2002 1970
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 286 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2430 mm


 

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