1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 62 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1130 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
