2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 765 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Ibiza | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ibiza | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |