1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1965 Seat 1500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1965 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Seat 1500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125.
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 Fiat 125 | 1965 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 125 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
