2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2430 mm |
