1991 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
