1968 Seat 1500 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
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 Seat 1500 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | 411 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |