1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 70 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |