1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 1969 Seat 1500
To start off, both 1969 Peugeot 204 and 1969 Seat 1500 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 1500 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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:
1969 Peugeot 204 | 1969 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 204 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |