1968 Lotus 49 vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, both 1968 Lotus 49 and 1968 Seat 1500 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lotus 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus 49 (405 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus 49 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1968 Lotus 49.
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 Lotus 49 | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | 49 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1160 kg |