1967 Riley 4 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 46 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Riley 4 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Riley | Seat |
Model | 4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |