1945 Maserati 4 vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 1968 Seat 1500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Maserati 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1945 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Maserati 4 | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 4 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
