1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Seat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
