2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1 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.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | E-250 | 1430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |