1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 72 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Colt | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
