2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1973 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 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 1973 Seat 1430 (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
