1957 Ford 12 M vs. 1969 Seat 1500
To start off, 1969 Seat 1500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 12 M | 1969 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | 12 M | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
