1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2003 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
