1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1000 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
