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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 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 213 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1579 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
