1978 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |