1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 158 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
