1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |