2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica 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 66 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 427 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ibiza | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |