1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Aspen | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
