2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 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 12 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 76 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Ibiza | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
