1958 Seat 600 vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1500 (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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:
| 1958 Seat 600 | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
