1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 543 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 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 1958 Abarth 600. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
