1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 1400 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |