2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1430 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | YRV | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
