1972 Seat 1500 vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 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:
| 1972 Seat 1500 | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | 1500 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
