1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |