2008 Audi R8 vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | R8 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
