1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ibiza (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1900 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
