1965 Riley 4 vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley 4 | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Riley | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1620 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
