1980 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Ibiza (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1994 Seat Ibiza (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
