1970 Seat 1500 vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 1500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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 Seat 1500 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | 1500 | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
