1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 290 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Anglia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
