1993 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 252 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 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 |
