1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1967 Seat 1500
To start off, 1967 Seat 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Seat 1500 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1967 Seat 1500 | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Greyhound | 1500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |