2006 Kia Carnival vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Carnival | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
