1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Corsair | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
