1960 Seat 1400 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 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 Seat 1400. 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 (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 1400 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1400 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
