1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Seat 1500
To start off, 1964 Seat 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1964 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1964 Seat 1500. 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:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1964 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Riviera | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 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 | 1860 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
