1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 55 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, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Cortina | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |