1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. 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, 1963 Fiat 1500 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 1500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
