1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Barracuda | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
