1971 Skoda 110 L vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Skoda 110 L 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 1971 Skoda 110 L. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Skoda 110 L | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Skoda | Seat |
| Model | 110 L | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
