1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 504 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |