1997 Seat Ibiza vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 243 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Ibiza | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ibiza | Ventora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
