1994 Seat Ibiza vs. 1965 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona.

Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1965 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Seat Ibiza 1965 Toyota Corona
Make Seat Toyota
Model Ibiza Corona
Year Released 1994 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1042 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 76 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2420 mm


 

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