2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Seat | Talbot |
| Model | Ibiza | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
