1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Vedette | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |