1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Spider | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
