2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 336 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
