1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
