1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 356 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
