2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1413 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
