1975 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Seat 1500
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Seat 1500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 BMW 316.
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:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1966 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 316 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
