1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
