1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 44 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 265 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, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Appia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |