1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2002 Seat Ibiza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 545 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2002 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
