1965 Seat 1500 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1967 Triumph TR5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Seat 1500 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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:
| 1965 Seat 1500 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
