1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 189 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
