1967 Seat 1500 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Seat 1500 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Seat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1967 Seat 1500 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
