1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 46 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 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 445 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, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 850 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 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 | 570 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
