1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 256 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Appia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |