1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 90 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
