1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 633 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
