2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 222 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Seat | Wartburg |
Model | Ibiza | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |