1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1980 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
