1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 347 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
