1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. 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, 1999 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |