1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
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1993 Ford Mustang | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |