1991 Peugeot 605 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 605 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 605 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
