2004 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
