1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Corona | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |