1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 1500 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1971 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
