2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | SP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
