1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 9 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Aurelia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |