1968 Seat 1500 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 43 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1500 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
