1971 Seat 1500 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1971 Seat 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 544 kg more than 1971 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:
| 1971 Seat 1500 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Century |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
