2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430.
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 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Envoy | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
