1969 Lotus Seven vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 1969 Lotus Seven is newer by 1 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
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:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
