1971 Seat 1500 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1971 Seat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Seat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
