1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 104 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
