2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 472 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Am | 1430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 112 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |