1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Appia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |