1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 313 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GTA | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
