1969 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 474 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 600 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1049 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 |
