1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Jazz | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
