1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
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:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 626 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
