1983 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
