1970 Seat 1500 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1970 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:
| 1970 Seat 1500 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1500 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3645 mm |
