1963 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Seat 1500
To start off, 1971 Seat 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lincoln Continental (284 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1971 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 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Continental | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
