1971 Lancia 2000 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Lancia 2000. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia 2000 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | 2000 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
