1999 Seat Formula vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1999 Seat Formula. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Formula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Formula | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
