1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1955 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Vedette | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
