1979 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 176 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
