1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Cabriolet | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
