1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 67 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Giulia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
