2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-250 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
