1972 Seat 1430 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 18 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430.
Because 1972 Seat 1430 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 1972 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 1430 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | 1430 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
