2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 36 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 696 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Alpina | Seat |
Model | Roadster | 1430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1626 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |