1969 Seat 1500 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Seat | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
