2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 579 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Ibiza | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Seat | Trabant |
Model | Ibiza | P 601 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 24 L |