2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 281 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. 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 (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
