1967 Seat 600 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 600 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 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Seat 600 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | 600 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |