1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 579 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
