2000 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 32 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 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:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 318 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
