1971 Seat 1500 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Seat 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 1500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
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 Seat 1500 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 1500 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |