1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corsica | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
