1978 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
