1971 Nissan Laurel vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
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:
| 1971 Nissan Laurel | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Laurel | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 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 | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
