1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Ibiza (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 462 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Seat Ibiza (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 500 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |