2006 Lexus IS vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 575 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | IS | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
