2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
