1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1970 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 1970 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 504 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
