1978 Renault 12 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 756 kg more than 1978 Renault 12. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 12 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 12 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |