1980 Renault 4 vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Ibiza (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. 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, 1995 Seat Ibiza (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 4 | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
