1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 70 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
