1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 375 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 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 1961 Abarth 600. 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 (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
