1994 Seat Ibiza vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Ibiza (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Ibiza | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Seat | Wartburg |
| Model | Ibiza | 312 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1042 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
