2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 528 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Ibiza | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Seat | Steyr |
| Model | Ibiza | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
