1969 Seat 1500 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat 1500 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
