1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1998 Seat Ibiza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Pony | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |