1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1971 Seat 1500
To start off, 1971 Seat 1500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500.
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 Chevrolet Corvair | 1971 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvair | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
