2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 146 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Ibiza | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Seat | Wartburg |
Model | Ibiza | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |