2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 555 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3587 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
