1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Seat Ibiza (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 850 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |