1999 Seat Ibiza vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 111 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Ibiza | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
