2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 567 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Ibiza | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |