2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 40 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1030 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Sprinter | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2430 mm |
