1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
