1978 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 92 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 936 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
