1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
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:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Zephyr | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
