1967 Ford 17 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 1967 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | 17 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
