1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 199 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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 (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Visa | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
