1979 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |