2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1430 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Ridgeline | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
