1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 48 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 584 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | 850 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 216 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 | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |