1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 831 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cherry | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
