1968 Nissan Gloria vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1968 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1968 Nissan Gloria 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 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Gloria | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Gloria | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
