1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 322 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 850 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
