1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 182 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Corsair | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
