1993 Mazda 323 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 1993 Mazda 323 and 1993 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Mazda 323. 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda 323 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 323 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |