1968 Seat 1500 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 32 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1968 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 1968 Seat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, 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:
| 1968 Seat 1500 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
