1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 432 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |