1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. 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 (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 850 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |