1999 Audi R8R vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | R8R | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
