1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Ibiza | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ibiza | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |