1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Sprint | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
