2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Ibiza | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
