2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
