1965 Seat 1500 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1965 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Seat 1500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
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 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
