1994 Seat Ibiza vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Ibiza | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Ibiza | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1042 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
