1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Coronet | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
