1959 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 105 kg more than 2007 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, 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 (113 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 55 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
