2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 285 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Ibiza | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
