1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1998 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Cortina (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Cortina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |