1963 Seat 1500 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. 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 Seat 1500 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
