2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 32 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Five Hundred | 1430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |