2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 130 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Seat | Wartburg |
| Model | Ibiza | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
