1988 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
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 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
