1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Visa | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
