1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 602 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 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 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 230 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 | 575 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
