1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 397 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Festiva | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
