1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 55 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
