1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 1968 Seat 1500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1200 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |