1970 Honda Z vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 669 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Z | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
