1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Concerto | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |