1971 Seat 1500 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
