1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Avanti | Seat |
Model | Avanti | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |