2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 247 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Ibiza | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ibiza | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |