2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430.
Because 1970 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 1970 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, 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 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 2 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
