1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1998 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 352 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
